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Ukrainian officials criticize Polish president's decision to strip Zelenskyy of honor
Polish President Karol Nawrocki has decided to strip Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Poland's highest state honor
2 freight trains collide in Germany, sending 2 wagons plunging off bridge; 1 dead
Two freight trains collided on a railway bridge in Germany overnight
Russia strikes an apartment block in Ukraine's Kharkiv city, killing 1
Russian guided bombs struck an apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine, killing at least one person and injuring nine, including a child
Is NASA falling out of love with Mars?
Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses NASA's rocky relationship with Mars exploration.
Lewis Hamilton and Colman Domingo lead a star-studded front row at Ralph Lauren's Milan show
Lewis Hamilton and Colman Domingo have led a star-studded front row at the Ralph Lauren menswear show
‘Game of Thrones’ Star Aidan Gillen on Golden Age of ‘F—ing Brilliant’ British Drama and Why There’s ‘Too Much’ Stuff on TV
“Game of Thrones” and “Peaky Blinders” alum Aidan Gillen waxed nostalgic about the golden age of British drama at the Transilvania Intl. Film Festival and argued that there’s “too much” content clogging the airwaves for today’s TV consumers. “I just think there’s ...
The Engagement Ring Trend Challenging the Classic Solitaire
As consumers seek more unique and individual engagement rings, this former favorite is gaining momentum again.
Secondhand Sportswear Is Having a Moment
According to Women's Wear Daily's source item, Secondhand Sportswear Is Having a Moment, Vintage athleticwear is surging in popularity. The development sits in VINI's Technology file for readers following technology, science, product policy, markets, infrastructure, and the public consequences of innovation. The ...
Uma Wang Men’s Spring 2027: Exalting the Imperfect
The Shanghai-based designer leaned into fabric experimentation, evoking the rugged, globe-trotting style of Peter Beard — and the slouchy elegance of Giorgio Armani in his prime.
Dolce & Gabbana Men’s Spring 2027: Sicilian Layers
Sicily is much more than a holiday destination and Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana paid tribute not only to the brand’s legacy, but also celebrated the island’s traditions and crafts, through their eyes and their own sensibility.
Skechers’ OG Anunoby Sneakers From Game 4 Are Going up for Pre-order: Here’s How to Get Them
The player-edition style worn during Anunoby's unforgettable tip-in are being released to the public.
Brunello Cucinelli Men’s Spring 2027: Free Thinking
The collection upheld individuality and mix-and-match, garment-dyed looks, cargo pants and safari jackets.
Pronounce Spring 2027: 10 Years Lighter
Chinese duo Yushan Li and Jun Zhou marked their brand’s 10th anniversary with a collection shaped by movement, airy fabrics and a youthful spirit.
Nike Is Adding New Floral Details to Its Iconic Air Force 1 Sneaker for Summer
Three women's styles are expected to be released stateside soon.
Paul Smith Men’s Spring 2027: Liberating the Suit
The designer riffed on his '90s archive, finding fresh swagger in boxy tailoring, dusty colors and fluid fabrics.
Shanghai TV Market Debuts Dual-Venue Format to Drive Chinese Content Sales Overseas
The Shanghai International Film & 38; TV Market is launching a new dual-venue format at the Shanghai Exhibition Center this year, with separate spaces for international company pavilions and a dedicated arena pairing Chinese content sellers with buyers from major markets including ...
‘Sumpa Kingdom’ Screens at Shanghai, Director Lhapal Gyal and Cast Discuss Sacred Mountain Landscapes
"Sumpa Kingdom," a drama set in Xizang selected for the Belt and Road Film Week sidebar at the Shanghai International Film Festival, held a post-screening event, with director Lhapal Gyal, producer Sonam Gyal and cast members Tenzin Tsundue, Joy and Sonam Wangmo ...
Hungarian Composer Mihály Víg Reflects on Four Decades of Scoring Béla Tarr’s Films at Shanghai Masterclass
Mihály Víg, the Hungarian composer, actor and screenwriter who has served as Béla Tarr's closest creative partner for more than four decades, held court at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, speaking at a masterclass following a screening of "The Turin Horse." ...
‘Atlantic Rhapsody’ Takes Best Film at Shanghai’s Golden Goblet Awards
China's "Atlantic Rhapsody," directed by Zhong Kaifeng, claimed the best feature film at the 28th Golden Goblet Awards, capping the Shanghai International Film Festival's awards night on June 20. The Chinese debut feature, which also won best cinematography for Hao Jiayue, led ...
Toy Story has the right take on tech
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 133, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, happy belated Juneteenth, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've ...
Moves of the Diamond Hand is an unfinished, irresistibly weird dice-based RPG
From its opening minutes, Moves of the Diamond Hand is upfront about what it offers: You're going to have a lot of strange conversations, and you're going to roll a lot of dice. Get on board with this proposition, and the reward ...
Musician and YouTuber Hainbach on ‘Breath of the Wild’ and Swiss Army Knives
Stefan Paul Goetsch, better known as Hainbach, is a German experimental composer, artist, and YouTuber who is perhaps most famous for making music with laboratory equipment and scientific instruments. He describes it as being like the "Dark Souls of synthesis." Despite using ...
Iran says it is closing strait of Hormuz over Israeli strikes in Lebanon
Unclear if threat has been carried out or if move will jeopardise talks with US scheduled for Sunday Iran has said it is closing the strait of Hormuz after waves of Israeli strikes in Lebanon in a move that threatens to derail ...
Box Office: ‘Toy Story 5’ Soars to $71 Million on Opening Day
Playtime is over. Or, actually, maybe it has just begun? Either way, “Toy Story 5” topped the box office charts on Friday. Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” easily claimed Friday’s box office crown with $71 million from 4,425 North American theaters. ...
Why Horror Film ‘Leviticus’ Is Summer’s Most Surprising Love Story
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for "Leviticus" and "Obsession," both currently playing in theaters. Deep into the new horror movie “Leviticus,” there’s an interlude that’s stunning for how simple it is. Naim (Joe Bird) and Ryan (Stacy Clausen), two teenage boys, ...
Ben Wheatley on How Blockbuster Success of ‘Backrooms,’ ‘Obsession’ Proves ‘It’s a Great Time to Be a Young Filmmaker’
“Bulk” and “Meg 2” director Ben Wheatley thinks “it’s a great time to be a young filmmaker,” pointing to break-out, box-office phenomena like “Backrooms” and “Obsession” as proof that emerging directors are trailblazing new pathways to success — and finding ways to ...
AbbVie would gain an experimental eczema drug by buying biotech: report
AbbVie is reportedly trying to buy a biotech company that is developing a promising atopic dermatitis drug for $10.9 billion in cash, according to a Financial Times report.
The initial SpaceX frenzy is cooling off — but a new wave of cash is waiting to strike
SpaceX is expected to secure index entry in the coming days and weeks, unlocking a new source of investor demand after there’s been “striking” breadth so far.
The Beatles’ Long-Lost First-Ever ‘Top of the Pops’ Performance Has Been Found
Footage of the 1964 appearance, where the Fab Four played "Can’t Buy Me Love" and "You Can’t Do That," was erased from BBC archives, but British conservationists obtained 35mm footage
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh wants to get inflation under control. That could be bad news for home buyers seeking lower mortgage rates.
The Federal Reserve is in a “new era,” but home buyers are facing the same old affordability challenges.
Warren Buffett’s mentor said his wealth came down to luck. Is your life savings riding on a coin flip?
The illusion of investing knowledge is powerful: Why you’re probably paying a financial adviser for pure chance.
Michael Fassbender says it is becoming harder to know what to trust online
Stars of spy thriller show The Agency discuss espionage, AI and the personal cost of living a double life.
Massive bonuses for South Korea's chip workers puts central bank on inflation alert
Workers from tech industries receive bonus worth millions of won, prompting the Bank of Korea to warn of the upward pressure to inflation.
SNAP restrictions could change what shoppers buy — and food giants are watching
SNAP food restrictions are spreading to more states, pressuring major food and beverage as consumers shift spending away from soda, candy and processed foods.
Bitcoin's future as revolutionary as the smartphone, according to CoinDesk
CoinDesk’s president of indices and data has a message for investors: Don’t count out bitcoin.
The budget airline model in the U.S. is running out of runway
Spirit's bankruptcy as United and Delta fly high suggests there's more to success in airline industry than low fares, and failure isn't about jet fuel spikes.
AI buildout gives tech investors new reasons to watch bond market
Tech giants are depleting cash reserves and raising debt in their ambitious data center buildouts, a dynamic that's forcing investors to watch interest rates.
Iran reportedly closes Strait of Hormuz again, casting shadow over nuclear talks
Iran's joint military command said the closure was in response to continued Israeli military operations in Lebanon.
The 15 Best Airbnbs in Joshua Tree for a Scenic Desert Retreat
For a desert getaway, head to the best Airbnbs in Joshua Tree, where cowboy pools and fire pits are common fare.
Dua Lipa Reveals Her Main Sicily Wedding Dress—and It’s Chanel Haute Couture
See the look Dua Lipa walked up the aisle in for her and Callum Turner’s Italian wedding weekend.
The 5 Best Hotels in Shanghai
Here’s the thing about some of the finest hotels in Shanghai: They’re not just a place to rest your head at night, but an experience in themselves.
Lloyds Banking Group to hire 300 tech experts to work on AI
Exclusive: While recruits will increase headcount for now, broader adoption of AI could lead to jobs cuts in future Lloyds Banking Group has launched an AI recruitment drive for 300 tech experts, weeks before its chief executive, Charlie Nunn, unveils a strategic ...
Iran says Strait of Hormuz will be closed over Israel attacks on Lebanon
Iran said Israel's continued attacks in Lebanon are a breach of Tehran's agreement with the US to end the war.
Key Trump allies and Musk on leaked list for secretive Peter Thiel retreat
Figures including Jared Kushner and Scott Bessent named in directory of Dialog participants that was exposed online A website leak has exposed participants in the secretive, Peter Thiel-founded Dialog retreats which includes top politicians from across the American divide, officials from foreign ...
A viral doomsday scenario aims to shake Europe out of its AI complacency
Does a thought-experiment about US ascendancy in the technology say as much about AI jitters as it does about the reality? It’s 2031 and the US and China are about to tear Europe into pieces. The US ploughed vast sums into datacentres ...
Russia strikes an apartment block in Ukraine's city of Kharkiv, killing 1 person
Russian guided bombs struck an apartment block in Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv on Saturday, killing at least one person and injuring nine, including a 6-year-old, authorities said.
U.S.-Iran talks to begin Sunday in Switzerland as Tehran closes the strait over Lebanon fighting
Iran on Saturday said it had closed the Strait of Hormuz because of Israel's continued attacks in Lebanon and warned that while negotiators were going to Switzerland for talks with the United States on their interim agreement, not much likely will happen ...
Pope Leo XIV urges Italians to rediscover their faith during prayer before remains of St. Augustine
The visit to Pavia was a required stop for history's first Augustinian pope. Leo proclaimed himself a "son of St. Augustine" on the night of his election and has cited Augustine prolifically in his first year, making clear that the saint is ...
Casey LaLonde, Grandson of Joan Crawford, Dies at 54
He helped introduce a screening of her 1932 melodrama ‘Letty Lynton’ — a film not seen publicly in 90 years — at the TCM Classic Film Festival last month.
From ‘Toy Story 5’ to Nancy Meyers, Tony Hale Is Just Happy to Be Here
The Emmy winner returns to the world of Pixar as an audience favorite, Forky, the spork with existential angst and a heart of gold.
Janie Sell, Tony-Winning Star of ‘Over Here!,’ Dies at 86
She performed with two of The Andrews Sisters in that, with the Smothers Brothers in ‘I Love My Wife’ and in several other Broadway musicals.
Hollywood Wine Pros Pick the Rosé Bottles Worth Popping All Summer Long
From crisp, low-alcohol sippers to lush, fruit-forward pours, top wine experts reveal the salmon-hued California bottles they recommend for every sun-soaked gathering.
‘Project Runway’ Season 22 Guest Judges and Cameos: Nina Dobrev, Ciara, Ice Spice and More
Tyra Banks returns as a recurring judge, while 'Summer House' alums Paige DeSorbo and Hannah Berner are among those set to make cameo appearances.
Sarajevo Unveils Seven Projects Championed Through Female Filmmakers Support Program
From a Romanian legal doc to a film about two Serbian teens fleeing political repression, the Sarajevo Film Festival has revealed which female filmmakers will be getting tailored financial and professional support this year.
What Happens When ‘Finding Your Roots’ Uncovers a Famous Family Secret Too Big to Air?
Henry Louis Gates Jr. explains how the PBS series navigates shocking ancestry revelations, guest privacy and the truths that can forever alter a family story.
Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage
Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.
War Taught this Ukrainian Entrepreneur the Value of Resilience
Salome Mikadze-Struk is no stranger to adversity. The daughter of refugees, she built a software-development business as an undergraduate at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and kept it running despite the outbreak of war in her native Ukraine . Now, she’s ...
Nine people in critical condition among 100 injured in fatal Bedford train crash
British Transport Police says the collision, which killed a train driver, is being investigated.
I dived into my digital past to revisit my most cringe teenage moments – and realised how lucky I am to not be young and online today
Twenty years ago I briefly became the victim of a viral pile-on – all because of a silly YouTube video. But I’m glad I had the chance to embarrass myself and move on. Are today’s teens so fortunate? As a teenager, I ...
Kathy Bates Threw ‘Waterboy’ Script in Trash Because She “Didn’t Know Who Adam Sandler Was”
The Oscar and Emmy winner also revealed that she nearly passed on 'Matlock' because she thought the show was "just a procedural."
Granta stops publishing short story award winners over AI controversy
Literary magazine will no longer engage in ‘external publishing partnerships’ after Commonwealth prize furore The prominent literary magazine Granta will no longer publish the winning entries of the annual Commonwealth short story prize after one of this year’s winners drew widespread accusations ...
Naomi Campbell called unfit to run a charity in her appeal against ban
Supermodel ‘completely abdicated’ her trustee responsibilities at Fashion for Relief, Charity Commission tells hearing Naomi Campbell showed herself to be unfit to run a charity after the supermodel “completely abdicated” her responsibilities as a trustee of her now defunct Fashion for Relief ...
From Toy Story 5 to The Bear: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Pixar’s enduring animated favourites battle a rogue tablet, and Disney’s anxiety-inducing kitchen drama returns for a final series Toy Story 5 Out now The toys are back in town for a fifth instalment in Pixar’s long-running signature franchise, with people who were ...
Japanese pop group XG went from brutal five year training to global pop stars
The Japanese pop group have become global stars, after being recruited before they were teenagers.
Knicks Stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart Confront ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, Who’s Booed Out of Theater, During Podcast Taping
The New York Knicks festivities aren’t over just yet. Just one day after an estimated two million people flooded the streets of Lower Manhattan to catch a glimpse of the team’s ticker-tape parade celebrating the Knicks’ first NBA title in 53 years, ...
SwitchBot’s Standing Circulator Fan is worth fighting for
I can't remember the last time I got excited about a fan. Normally, I just buy whatever Vornado or Dreo model fits my budget, but that was before I started testing the battery-powered Standing Circulator Fan from SwitchBot. As the name indicates, ...
‘Finnegan’s Foursome’ Review: Edward Burns’ Spiky-Quaint Sports Dramedy Is a Tale of Family Therapy Through Golf
"Finnegan’s Foursome" is his 16th feature, and he’s still doing that shaggy-likable, spiky-quaint, semi-low-budget Edward Burns dramedy thing — the script that’s talky and kind of funny, though in a way that often sounds like a script; the camerawork that’s smoothly tethered ...
Tony Leung Reflects on ‘Silent Friend,’ Wong Kar-wai and Why His Films Must Be Seen in Cinemas at Shanghai Masterclass
Tony Leung Chiu-wai told a full house at the Shanghai International Film Festival that his restrained performance style demands the full cinematic experience to be felt, speaking at a masterclass following a screening of his film "Silent Friend." "Sometimes it might just ...
10 Corso Como Collaborates With CIFF for Nordic Creativity Showcase
The initiative, set in the Project Room, is on display until Sunday.
Piacenza Group Opens New Milan Office, Expands Global Presence
The new space will be unveiled during Milan Men’s Fashion Week with an event on Sunday.
Why This Is the New Italian Designer to Know
After stints at Moncler and Stone Island, Francesco Saverio Matera and his adaptive brand Materia are in the business to change perceptions — one zipper at a time.
Editor’s Picks: The 8 Must-have Items for Spring 2027 Seen at Pitti Uomo
In a highly segmented menswear market, WWD picks its favorite essentials from the fair.
Peserico Unveils Menswear Growth Plans, Retail Expansion
Ahead of the brand's menswear presentation in Milan, CEO Riccardo Peruffo discusses expanding the menswear category and new store openings.
Dolce & Gabbana Charts Growth in Menswear, Lifestyle, and Global Expansion
Co-CEO Stefano Cantino discussed Dolce & 38; Gabbana's potential in menswear and its lifestyle expansion ahead of the brand's men's spring 2027 show in Milan.
Slam Jam’s Luca Benini on Becoming a ‘Brand Elevation’ Man
The streetwear and sportswear maverick has once again retooled his business to work with global brands including Dickies, Jordan, Wrangler and more on elevation.
Popping a cocktail of supplements every day might be doing you more harm than good
While many of us take supplements regularly, there are some risks people may not be aware of.
World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up
While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.
Fathers and Sons in the Spotlight
The Father's Day lunch honored Mark and Jarrod Weber, L'Oréal's David Greenberg, fallen firefighters and an All Star Dad.
Inside VivaTech: AI Discovery, GEO and the New Attention Economy
Across the three-day conference, fashion and beauty executives discussed the transition in search and marketing, where audience ownership and engagement now outweigh platforms at scale.
Fay Conscripts Pierre Casiraghi for Nautical Capsule Collection
Titled Fay Atlantic, the capsule blends Casiraghi’s longtime passion for sailing and the brand’s roots in the great outdoors.
Ralph Lauren Men’s Spring 2027: Tying Everything Together
An outdoorsy vibe was felt across the Polo and Purple Label collections — and more neckwear than to be expected on a sweltering day in Milan.
How ‘Leviticus’ Stars Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen Prepared to Take on the Roles of Two Closeted Teenagers for the Conversion Therapy Horror
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from "Leviticus," now in theaters. “I want it to look like you” might be the single most romantic dialogue of the year. And yes, it’s from a horror movie, namely Adrian Chiarella’s “Leviticus,” which features two ...
British police are responding to reports of a train collision north of London
British police say they are responding to reports of a train collision north of London
NASA selects Eric Schmidt’s rocket company for a 2028 mission to Mars
Relativity Space, the rocket company led by former Google executive Eric Schmidt, was picked to launch NASA's Aeolus payload to Mars in 2028, as reported earlier by TechCrunch. Under a new public-private partnership, Relativity Space will provide the "spacecraft, rocket, and cruise ...
Nothing cancels this year’s CMF phone due to RAM prices
Nothing's next budget phone is the latest victim of RAMageddon. As 9to5Google reports, Nothing co-founder Akis Evangelidis announced in a post on X that a follow-up to the CMF Phone 2 Pro won't be coming this year: We were working on a ...
Police respond to reports of two trains colliding north of London
British police say they are responding to a report of a collision between two trains in the Bedford area north of London
Christian Pulisic to miss US World Cup match against Australia because of calf injury
U.S. star Christian Pulisic will miss a World Cup match against Australia because of a calf injury and was replaced in the starting lineup by Ricardo Pepi
‘Toy Story 5’ Cast Guide: All the Celebrities Voicing Toys, From Conan O’Brien to Bad Bunny
Even toys aren’t exempt from being replaced by technology. Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5,” opening in theaters June 19, is the latest instalment in the beloved animated franchise that follows a group of toys, led by cowboy Woody (Tom Hanks) and ...
‘Taxi’ Star Tony Danza Pays Tribute to Director James Burrows: ‘We Have Lost the Greatest of All Time’
Rememberances are pouring out for TV director James Burrows, who died on Friday at 85. Tony Danza, who worked with Burrows on 75 episodes of the ABC comedy series "Taxi," paid tribute to his longtime director on Friday afternoon. He wrote on ...
Why ‘Widow’s Bay,’ Matthew Rhys and Breakout Kate O’Flynn Should Scare the Rest of the Emmy Comedy Field
"Widow's Bay" could be the thing that goes bump in the Emmy race. The Television Academy knows what it likes. It's usually the polished prestige drama, the bittersweet half-hour dramedy and the new miniseries built around a movie star and a timely ...
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‘Dutton Ranch’ Episode 7: [SPOILER] Gets Murdered, [SPOILER] Might Die and Everyone Else Is Either Drunk or in a Bar Brawl
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from the seventh episode of "Dutton Ranch," "Den of Sin," which is now streaming on Paramount+. Yee-haw! Welcome to another week of "Dutton Ranch," where after last week's festivities we're all dressed up for a fancy ...
Justin Cary, Sixpence None the Richer Bassist, Dies at 50
Justin Cary, the longtime bassist of the alt-rock band Sixpence None the Richer, died on June 11 of a stroke. He was 50 years old. Cary's death was confirmed via an Instagram post from the band’s lead singer, Leigh Nash. “Our brother ...
‘Pluribus’ Star Rhea Seehorn on Why She Hasn’t Grilled Vince Gilligan and the Writers About Season 2 Just Yet
Think your fan conversations about Apple TV's "Pluribus" are heated? Try being on the actual series set. "We have healthy, sometimes tongue-in-cheek debates about different questions that the show brings up, whether it's your personal take on what you would do or ...
‘Obsession,’ ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Hacks’ Breakout Stars Get Real About Navigating Industry Expectations and AI: ‘We Are So Hungry for Something New’
A group of rising stars from "Obsession," "The Pitt," "Euphoria" and more gathered Thursday to talk about the Gen Z effect on entertainment and navigating careers in Hollywood as part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's inaugural First Act: Summer Soiree event. The participants ...
‘The Young and the Restless’ Crossover Gives ‘Beyond the Gates’ Its Third-Best Week of Ratings Ever (EXCLUSIVE)
CBS' "The Young and the Restless"/"Beyond the Gates" crossover resulted in strong ratings for "Beyond the Gates" the week of June 8. The show averaged 1.8 million viewers throughout the week, up 11% from its season-to-date numbers — making it the third ...
Trump unveils Qatari luxury jet for Air Force One fleet
The refurbished Boeing 747-8 will be used to transport the US president once it completes a final test phase.
Biden’s bid to block release of recordings made with ghostwriter fails
Judge finds public interest outweighs privacy rights in request made by staffer at Heritage Foundation A federal judge on Friday rejected Joe Biden’s attempt to block the Trump administration from releasing to a conservative group the recordings that Biden made with a ...
Trump unveils new Air Force One, a converted Qatari 747
New craft, called VC-25B Bridge, had provoked protest since $400m jet wildly exceeds limit on unsolicited gifts Donald Trump unveiled the new, temporary Air Force One at a hangar at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Friday, a day after White House ...
New video game console aims to get kids moving
The cube-shaped console will cost £269 (€319) when it is released on 22 June in the UK and Ireland.
DOJ rebuffs judge's request to put in writing it won't move forward with 'anti-weaponization' fund
The DOJ in May announced it was creating the fund as part of a settlement of President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service.
James Burrows, ‘Will & Grace’ Director and ‘Cheers’ Co-Creator, Dies at 85
Son of an acclaimed playwright, the 10-time Emmy winner got his start on 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and helmed every 'Will & 38; Grace' episode.
The Global Rush to Ban Kids From Social Media Has Begun. Will It Work?
As Britain and Canada follow Australia’s lead on under-16 social media bans, experts warn the measures may be easy to evade and hard to enforce.
I Bought a Breathalyzer and Drank Along With the Characters in ‘Spider-Noir’
Oopsie-poopsie, 12 slugs of whiskey in less than a half hour was not a good idea.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Sophia Bush Defend Ties to Peter Thiel’s Secretive Dialog Group
After a leaked directory exposed their membership in Dialog — Peter Thiel's invitation-only ideas forum — celebrities are speaking out.
“We Lost a Giant”: James Burrows Mourned by ‘Friends’ and ‘Will & Grace’ Stars
The prolific TV director and 11-time Emmy winner died Friday at the age of 85.
Inside ‘Love Island USA’ Narrator Iain Stirling’s Job to Push Jokes “as Far as I Can Get Away With”
The comedian, who has been narrating the Peacock hit series since season four, brings fans behind the mic, revealing his quick turnaround process, why he's "quite jealous of Americans" and whether his jokes are ever rejected.
Television Often Neglects Directors, but James Burrows’ Legacy Is Impossible to Overlook
A key creative force in shaping beloved sitcoms from 'Taxi' to 'Cheers,' from 'Friends' to 'Will & 38; Grace,' Burrows won 11 Emmys and helmed well over 1,000 episodes of television.
John Turturro Walked Across the Brooklyn Bridge So He Could Be at the Knicks Parade
According to The Hollywood Reporter's source item, John Turturro Walked Across the Brooklyn Bridge So He Could Be at the Knicks Parade, Brunson-level grit from 'The Night Of' actor. The development sits in VINI's Technology file for readers following technology, science, product ...
‘Terrifier’ Star Catherine Corcoran Named Raindance Film Festival’s First Horror Ambassador (Exclusive)
The actress' role comes in partnership with her production company, FareStream Pictures.
U.S. advances to World Cup knockout round after win against Australia
The U.S. team secured its spot in the World Cup's knockout round with a win against Australia on Friday. It's the first time since 1930 that the American men have won consecutive World Cup matches. To discuss the tournament, Amna Nawaz spoke ...
WATCH: Trump unveils new Air Force One plane gifted by Qatar at Joint Base Andrews
President Donald Trump on Friday showed off the new Air Force One, a formerly Qatari-owned jumbo jet that has been converted into the official U.S. presidential aircraft.
'World's most luxurious plane': Trump unveils Qatari-donated 747 Air Force One
President Donald Trump unveiled the new Air Force One plane that was donated by the Qatari government at Joint Base Andrews on Friday.
IEEE Rolls Out Large Language Models Virtual Training Course
Large language models have moved out of the research lab and into engineers’ daily workflow. LLMs serve as reasoning engines that can orchestrate complex tasks including identifying vulnerabilities in source code and transforming fragmented project discussions into rigorous technical specifications. While the ...
Driver dead and 33 people seriously injured as Bedford train crash declared major incident
The crash, which happened at about 17:15 BST, has left almost 90 people hurt.
What Amazon’s Astro Taught Me About Giving Robots a Soul
In 2018, Amazon brought me in as the lead UX Sound Designer for Astro, their first consumer home robot . Astro used cameras and other sensors to map and navigate your home and workplace , and could proactively patrol, check up on ...
Italy's Meloni pushes back on Trump's 'fabricated' claim as top diplomat cancels U.S. trip
Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani abruptly cancelled a planned trip to the United States this weekend, calling Trump's claims "serious and offensive" toward Meloni and all of Italy.
EU leaders disagree on creation of Kremlin back-channel amid Ukraine war
A top EU official has set up a tentative back-channel with Russia, despite some leaders' reservations. The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia is open to talks if Europe is ready to listen and not lecture.
The 15 Best Airbnbs in Miami, From South Beach to Coconut Grove
Looking to have fun in the sun? Here are the best Airbnbs in Miami to book, from luxe condos to expansive villas.
Winners & Losers: Netflix Knifes the Duffer Brothers, ‘Supergirl’ Wows Influencers
'Supergirl' gets buzz from the usual suspects. Netflix flips off The Duffers and Paramount at the same time. The battle between franchises vs. originals takes a turn. Christopher Nolan begins to count his 'Odyssey' money.
Anne Hathaway Announces Pregnancy, Expecting Third Child With Husband Adam Shulman
“x Baby, I’m yours x," she captioned her video shared on social media in which she reveals her baby bump.
Stark Picture Emerges of Paramount-Warner Bros. Job Loss Risk In L.A. County
A new estimate by local officials who are in the process of assessing the impact of David Ellison's $111 billion merger places 2,500 jobs "at potential risk" in the area and 6,000 more globally.
The best 4K wireless TV streamers for more choice – with no aerial required
Want to prolong the life of your TV? A wireless TV box could be the answer. Our expert put top devices – from Freely streamers to Sky and Amazon Fire – through their paces • Do you really need a new TV? ...
Steven Spielberg Scared the Shit Out of Eve Hewson — and She Loved It
The 'Disclosure Day' star on growing up in Dublin, crashing Hollywood auditions and what it's like to get the call from the famed director — twice!
How Netflix’s ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Brings Its Pioneering Black Doctor to the Screen (Exclusive)
In this first-look, star Jocko Sims, showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine and costume designer Mitchell Travers reveal how they used Laura Ingalls Wilder’s 1935 novel, history and some creative liberty to tell the story of Dr. George Tann, the eclectic physician who saved the ...
19 Black Characters Who Changed TV and Film Forever
From Mookie in 'Do the Right Thing' to Issa in 'Insecure' to Carlton in 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' The Hollywood Reporter takes a look at some of the most impactful characters to grace screens both big and small.
‘Industry’ Finally Has Emmy Heat — and Myha’la Is at the Center of It
As HBO’s once-underseen finance drama surges in buzz and ratings, the actress opens up about Harper Stern’s most devastating season yet and why awards attention may finally follow.
Cannes Lions CEO Reveals What Keeps Him Up at Night
Festival boss Simon Cook talks A.I., the creator economy and the pleasures and perils of running the biggest marketing meetup in the world.
The Emmys Keep Arguing About Comedy — and TV Keeps Making the Argument Harder
As ‘Elsbeth,’ ‘Wonder Man,’ ‘Spider-Noir’ and ‘Widow’s Bay’ crowd an increasingly fuzzy field, the battle over what qualifies as a comedy is only getting messier.
L.A.’s Most Luxurious Post-Facelift Staycations
Top plastic surgeons are sending their A-list clients to recover in style and secrecy at high-end hotels with dedicated facilities.
Over-reliance on chatbots can diminish critical-thinking skills, study finds
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The UK’s social media ban for under-16s has just empowered big tech | Taylor Lorenz
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The 17 Best Airbnbs in New England Include Cozy Cabins & Coastal Retreats
Planning a trip to the Northeast this season? Stay in one of the best Airbnbs in New England—our list of favorites covers every state (and style).
Luca Guadagnino’s Sam Altman movie dropped by Amazon after it announces OpenAI partnership
The web giant announced that Artificial, a biopic about the controversial tech executive, ‘will be better served if it were released by a different studio’ Artificial, Luca Guadagnino’s controversial Sam Altman biopic, which is poised for an awards run next year, has ...
St Kilda pier wins peak Victorian architecture award as judges praise playful and ‘deeply civic’ design
State government project among range of works celebrated for community-centred design that goes beyond utility The reimagined St Kilda pier has added more accolades to its burgeoning trophy cabinet, taking out some of the top gongs at the 2026 Australian Institute of ...
Homeowners tapped $47 billion in equity in the first quarter. What to consider before you borrow
While high home values mean homeowners are sitting on an estimated $11 trillion in equity, it should not be viewed as free money, experts say.
Bob Iger reflects on 10 years of Shanghai Disneyland as it defies the Chinese pullback
Shanghai Disneyland hit 100 million cumulative visitors in 2025, according to the company. It's a relatively new but important foothold in Disney's history.
Struggling to find a job? Try looking in Nevada
The sparsely populated state known for its world-class casinos and dry climate has been a hiring hot spot.
NetJets' first fatal crash kills influential Texas VC founder
NetJets is not speculating on what caused one of its planes to crash onto a highway in Laredo, Texas late Tuesday, killing a prominent tech entrepreneur.
Trump DNI pick Pulte poised to get access to U.S. intelligence despite congressional bid to thwart
With President Donald Trump halting his nomination of U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, Bill Pulte is set to take on the role.
The riskiest SpaceX stock trade of all had a big first week
SpaceX's IPO did not just mint the biggest debut in market history and a trillionaire, but it also triggered a historic land grab in risky leveraged ETFs.
Memory crisis hits such extremes that 'even Apple can't be safe'
Apple appears poised to take the rare step of increasing prices to deal with what CEO Tim Cook called an "unsustainable" memory shortage.
Musk's SpaceX stake is worth over $1 trillion. Here are the other billionaire shareholders
SpaceX shares were up 37% after its historic debut last week, which offered shares at a set price of $135.
Oil tanker traffic in Strait of Hormuz jumps after U.S. and Iran implement deal to open sea lane
The U.S.-Iran deal has raised questions about how the Strait of Hormuz will be governed after the toll-free period ends.
O'Leary extends Ryanair contract in deal that could net him over £130m
The Ryanair boss extends his contract to 2032, in a deal featuring a bonus scheme that could earn him more than €150m (£130m).
Real, raw and unfiltered? Authenticity helps female singers rule the charts
Is the relatable style of Olivia Rodrigo, Olivia Dean and Lola Young changing pop music?
‘The purpose of the rule is fascism’: scientists fight back against planned Trump research cuts
Stand Up for Science founder says proposal to control how grants are spent would ‘dismantle US science ecosystem’ While waiting to board her flight home at Ronald Reagan Washington national airport recently, Colette Delawalla was reviewing a list of possible impacts from ...
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape
French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023.
JD Vance, once an ‘angry atheist’, is America’s most powerful Catholic. How will he wield his faith?
In his new memoir, the vice-president covers his conversion and politics – at a time when hardline Catholicism is ascendant in the US When JD Vance became Roman Catholic, he wondered what his dead grandmother would think. His grandmother Mamaw did not ...
GTA 6 - all you need to know about Rockstar's blockbuster game
Rockstar's sixth game in the franchise is set to be the biggest game release of the year.
UK's top data and AI regulator quits after 'inappropriate' humour
Edwards has been the boss of the data watchdog since January 2022, and said he had made inappropriate attempts at humour.
Oil prices face fresh wave of volatility amid conflicting reports about Strait of Hormuz reopening and ongoing regional strife
A flurry of headlines on Friday point to an increasingly fragile deal between the U.S. and Iran.
Morgan Freeman Recorded a Blues Record With Taj Mahal, Keb’ Mo’, and Shemekia Copeland
Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience , out Aug. 7, includes his collaboration with Taj Mahal of the Son House classic "Death Letter Blues"
Justin Cary, Sixpence None the Richer’s Bassist, Dead at 50
Cary joined the band in 1997, when they released their self-titled breakthrough album featuring the smash single “Kiss Me"
Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him
The Italian government is pushing back after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Premier Giorgia Meloni had "begged" for a photo with him during the recent G7 meeting
9 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Tierra Whack, Evilgiane, and More
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Iran to lodge complaint over travel restrictions
Iran's involvement in the World Cup has been plagued with uncertainty, linked to the war in the Middle East and related security concerns.
North Carolina Ethics Panel Dismisses Complaint About Insurance Commissioner
The North Carolina Ethics Commission has dismissed a complaint against Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, brought by a former employee who accused him of sexual harassment, news outlets reported. "After review and discussion as necessary, the Panel concluded its preliminary inquiry & 8230;
Sunday to mark the longest day of the year for half the planet
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Blink49’s Brand Studio Plans First Vertical Video, ‘Murder at the Mansion’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Blink49's branded entertainment division, Brand Studio, recently launched a vertical video division — and it has just announced its first project in the space. "Murder at the Mansion," described as an "original vertical micro-drama designed for mobile-first audiences," is set for this ...
Alfonso Ribeiro on Social Media Fueling ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Success and Urging Contestants to Ignore the Trolls: ‘Why Are We So Mean to One Another?
“Dancing With the Stars” is not like any other reality show. It’s real. That’s the message winner-turned-host Alfonso Ribeiro sends when discussing the competition series. “We’re creating a safe space — a space where we’re allowing our celebrities to share their true ...
‘Ponderosa’ Review: The Great Bill Camp Gives Weight to a Slippery, Nightmarish Black Comedy
One of the great secret weapons of American film and TV in recent years, solid-gold supporting actor Bill Camp gets a rare and fascinating leading showcase in "Ponderosa" — though in committing to Rob Rice's quietly sinister and wildly peculiar black comedy, ...
H.E.R., Bini, Lea Salonga, Katseye’s Sophia Laforteza Lead Dreamworks Animation’s ‘Forgotten Island’ Soundtrack (EXCLUSIVE)
H.E.R., Bini, Lea Salonga and Katseye's Sophia Laforteza are among the artists leading the soundtrack on Dreamworks Animation’s “Forgotten Island.” The film, which is set to preview at next week's Annecy Animation Film Festival, will open in theaters later this year. It ...
Shanghai Film Festival’s Mobile Filmmaking Camp Wraps With 10 iPhone-Shot Short Films
The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival's SIFF ING section wrapped its new Mobile Filmmaking Camp, with 10 short films shot entirely on iPhone by emerging Chinese directors screened both on-site in Shanghai and online. Launched as a new featured initiative within the ...
‘Slow Horses’ Star Christopher Chung on Balancing Ego and Empathy as Fan-Favorite Roddy Ho: ‘You Never Play It for the Joke, Everything Is Just Genuine’
"Slow Horses" may be headed by Gary Oldman's dishevelled MI5 agent Jackson Lamb but it was Roddy Ho, played by Christopher Chung, who took the reins in Season 5. The clueless computer nerd with an outsized attitude finally got a storyline matching ...
In season 2 of Sugar, Colin Farrell’s quirky detective becomes much more human
When Colin Farrell was doing press for the first season of the detective series Sugar, he had to be very careful with how he spoke. Sugar is a story about a quirky private detective, but it's also secretly a work of science ...
T1 Phone PR firm is ‘not assisting Trump Mobile any further’
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Our long national sunscreen nightmare is almost over
This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. Opt in for Optimizer here. On TikTok, the tanned youths are explaining ...
The film about Sam Altman has been dropped by Amazon MGM
Luca Guadagnino's film about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Artificial, has reportedly been dropped by Amazon MGM. The film, which stars Andrew Garfield and covers the rollercoaster five days in 2023 spanning Altman's termination and reinstatement as CEO, had been in the works ...
The NTS Radio Player brings the best of internet radio to your hi-fi
NTS Radio and Swedish audio company Atonemo have teamed up on a dedicated player that brings NTS's genre-defying mixes and streaming stations to almost any stereo or speaker setup. And, like Atonemo's existing Streamplayer, you can also listen to your favorite streaming ...
Hue’s wired wall modules bring non-smart lights into its ecosystem
Smart lighting company Philips Hue has launched its first wired wall modules. Installed behind existing wall switches, the new devices bring non-smart lights into the Hue ecosystem for the first time. Hue also announced new Play table and floor lamps that are ...
Memory, Freedom and Music Among Themes as Five Documentaries Chase Golden Goblet Glory at Shanghai
Five documentary films are competing for the Golden Goblet Award in the Documentary category at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, with the creative teams behind all five nominees gathering for a press meeting. The five contenders – Spain's "Benigno," Chinese production ...
‘It’s a Fantastic Time for Animation’: UTA Partner Jason Burns Praises Original Ideas, Animation Directors Ahead of Annecy Film Festival
In 2025, animation features ruled the box-office, from long-awaited sequels ("Zootopia 2") to original streaming megahits ("KPop Demon Hunters"). Behind the scenes, the success of these seasoned directors and newfound talents reveals an ongoing audience appetite for bold artistic choices, compelling narratives ...
Japan Hits Record 25 Annecy 2026 Selections, Unifies MIFA Booths in Show of Force
Japan's presence at the 2026 Annecy Animation Festival marks a recent high-water mark, with 25 Japanese films selected across the festival's competitive and non-competitive sections – up from 18 last year – as the country's industry bodies simultaneously consolidate their MIFA footprint ...
‘Citizen Vigilante’ Review: Uwe Boll Does Armie Hammer No Favors With This Morally Bankrupt Thriller
After decades of cinema chronicling men taking the law into their own hands when “the system” fails them, a thoughtful reckoning is warranted — if not necessary — about the costs, and complex morality, of vigilantism. A handful of films have tried, ...
Adria Arjona Shows Up for Jason Momoa in a Red Roberto Cavalli Dress
Styled by Dani Michelle, the look paired a deep-V Roberto Cavalli gown with delicate diamond jewelry.
Roberto Coin Marks 30 Years, Aims to Surprise With High Jewelry Collection
The "Meraviglia" collection was unveiled in Venice with a gala event at the Lido.
Meet B1ock, China’s Multibrand Retailer on the Digital Frontier
The JNBY-owned retailer in Hangzhou is betting big on a data-driven, fandom-building approach to charm local consumers, working with brands including Phoebe Philo, The Row, Khaite and Ann Demeulemeester.
Dunhill Spring 2027: English Archetypes to the Fore
Among creative director Simon Holloway's challenges this season was tying a scarf like Lucian Freud did — no simple feat.
Céline Assimon Joins Luxury Resorts Group Kerzner International, Owner of Brands Including One&Only
Assimon, formerly CEO of De Beers Jewellers and De Beers Forevermark, has been named chief commercial officer of the international group, which also owns Atlantis and Rare Finds.
Umit Benan Men’s Spring 2027: Luxe Feeling
The designer made a case for luxury as the feeling of exceptional quality.
Moschino, Adrian Appiolaza Part Ways
Appiolaza's first collection for the Italian brand bowed in February 2024.
Missoni Resort 2027, Men’s Spring 2027: Waterfront Master Blaster
Alberto Caliri simply focused on what Missoni does best: beach-life dressing.
Veramonteforte Launches Ready-to-Wear Linking With Reda, Camera Buyer Italia
The atelier helmed by Massimo Monteforte has linked with players that represent the industry’s entire value chain.
EXCLUSIVE: Dunhill to Open Flagships in New York and London
The Richemont-owned menswear brand will open stores on Madison Avenue in December and on New Bond Street in April 2027.
Samurai Jay on Bringing ‘A Cool Crossover Between Latin Culture and Our Roots’ to Italy with His Merenguetón Smash ‘Ossessione’
He has spent No. 1 on the Billboard Italy Hot 100 for 16 consecutive weeks.
Zara Larsson’s ‘Midnight Sun’ Shines at No. 1 on Billboard’s Pop Airplay Chart
She’s the first artist ever to notch two new No. 1s on the chart in back-to-back weeks, following “Stateside” with PinkPantheress.
Brioni CEO Federico Arrigoni on Brand Vision, Launching Maestria
In an exclusive interview, the executive discussed Brioni's commitment to excellence and its new made-to-measure and made-to-order services.
EXCLUSIVE: Le Coq Sportif Marks Maradona Milestone With Capsule as It Kicks Off New Era
The collaboration making its debut on Monday is the first visible move in a wider turnaround for the French sports brand, which is under new ownership since last year.
Thom Takes His Show on the Road — to Milan
The New York-based designer is determined to show the world that his brand is appropriate for everyone who loves good clothes.
EXCLUSIVE: French Lingerie Brand Maison Close Renames Itself Scandale, Plots Rue Cambon Flagship
The 20-year-old French company acquired its 94-year-old peer in October.
EXCLUSIVE: Prada to Offer Multifloor Experience in Milan
The Italian luxury brand will create a new underground passage in Milan's shopping arcade Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II for a full immersion in a new Prada store concept.
Eleventy’s Smart-luxury Playbook Keeps Delivering Nearly 20 Years Later
“We do not want to sell status. We want to sell product longevity,” said CEO Marco Baldassari.
Canali to Debut Creative Director Alessio Lillocci’s Vision
President and CEO Stefano Canali explained the reasons for working with the former Prada and Brunello Cucinelli designer, whose first collection will bow on Sunday.
Caruso Marks New Chapter
CEO Marco Angeloni and creative director Max Kibardin talk about returning to Milan Men's Fashion Week under new ownership.
Milan Men’s Fashion Week Kicks Off: Executives Weigh In on Challenges, Opportunities
Brand relevance, market volatility and evolving consumer demands are top of mind in a dynamic menswear sector.
Alicia Keys’ Knicks Parade Boots Show Texture Is Where the Pointed Toe Is Headed
At New York's Knicks parade, Keys performed "Empire State of Mind" and "New York State of Mind."
Former child actor Daveigh Chase, 'The Ring' villain and Lilo voice, dies at 35
Former child actor Daveigh Chase, known for her roles in "Lilo & Stitch" and "The Ring," has died at 35
Curry Barker’s Third Film, an Original Horror Concept, Heads to Universal and Blumhouse Atomic Monster
After the blockbuster success of his debut feature "Obsession," Curry Barker's next film, an original horror concept, is set up with Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Film Group. Barker will write, direct and produce his third feature which comes to Universal Film ...
Matt Damon Crashes ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ in a Trojan Horse to Troll Him: ‘I Did It!’
Toward the tail-end of his monologue Thursday night on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” the host received a very special delivery from UPS: a giant horse, as well as a baby horse. “I didn’t order a horse!” exclaimed Kimmel to the UPS delivery guy. ...
Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Larry David for Having Slave-Owning Relatives
On Thursday night, Larry David, maybe the funniest living person, visited “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Ostensibly to promote “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness,” his sketch-comedy series honoring America’s 250th birthday by skewering events from its history, premiering June 26 on HBO, ...
Barret Zoph is out at OpenAI again after just five months
Five months after returning to OpenAI, Barret Zoph - the company's head of enterprise AI sales - has departed, The Verge has learned. Zoph returned to OpenAI in mid-January after a stint as co-founder and CTO of Thinking Machines Lab, the competing ...
Jordan’s Emerging Filmmakers Prioritizing Universal Human Experiences, Local Realities, Authenticity
Jordan’s vibrant cinematic landscape continues to evolve thanks in large part to an increasing diversity of filmmaking talent determined to tell their own unique stories, ranging from intimate portraits and locally rooted genre to historical accounts and the realities of the region’s ...
Anne Curtis Leads Mikhail Red’s Manila Paranoia Thriller ‘Remote’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Philippine filmmaker Mikhail Red has set his next feature: "Remote," a paranoia thriller set in contemporary Manila, with Anne Curtis attached to star. The project is produced by Evolve Studios and Viva Films, with production scheduled to begin later this year. Curtis ...
APOS 2026 Takeaways: IP, Sport, AI Define Asia’s New Content Era
Asia's entertainment industry is entering a new stage of maturity. Growth remains important, but executives at this week's APOS conference in Bali were focused on building sustainable ecosystems, scalable IP and deeper audience engagement. Here are eight themes that defined the conversation. ...
Fans are fuming after World Cup tickets they bought through resale sites fall through
The World Cup has been delivering thrills on the pitch, but fans have flooded social media with complaints about tickets that never arrived, orders canceled at the last minute and hours spent trying to sort out problems between FIFA's ticketing system ...
Hayley Kiyoko’s Feature Film ‘Girls Like Girls’ Took a Decade to Make. Now That It’s Here, She Hopes It’s Just the Beginning for Sapphic Media
“Girls Like Girls” has been a long time in the making. Originally released as a music video in 2015 by musician Hayley Kiyoko, the tune with the lyrics "Girls like girls, just like boys do" quickly became a sapphic anthem, amassing 163 ...
Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group Chiefs Pam Abdy and Mike De Luca to Speak at Toronto Market Summit
Toronto Intl. Film Festival’s first-ever market, known as TIFF: The Market, has revealed that Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs Pam Abdy and Mike De Luca will headline the Speakers’ Summit. The executives will take part in an in-depth conversation ...
Chinese Filmmakers Face Red Tape, Cultural Barriers in International Co-Productions, Shanghai Panel Finds
Chinese filmmakers are struggling with bureaucratic hurdles and different audience expectations in international co-productions, according to panelists at a “Belt and Road” discussion at SIFForum, the Shanghai International Film Festival’s industry dialogue sessions. Yan Peng, deputy general manager of state-owned Huaxia Film ...
‘Stand Up’ Review: A Dutch Disability Drama With Complexity and Integrity
Most able-bodied people don't know what to say to 23-year-old Vera (Lucia Zemene) in the months following a traffic collision that left her without a leg, but one empty platitude really stands out: A friend suggests that maybe it happened for a ...
People Moves: ZestyAI Names Friend CFO and Ross SVP; Alliant Names Ackerman VP
ZestyAI Names Friend CFO and Ross SVP, Client Development ZestyAI appointed David Friend as chief financial officer and John Ross as senior vice president of client development. Both executives have decades of experience in insurance and enterprise technology. Friend has & 8230;
Fans are fuming after World Cup tickets they bought through resale sites fall through
The World Cup has been delivering thrills on the pitch, but fans have flooded social media with complaints about tickets that never arrived, orders canceled at the last minute and hours spent trying to sort out problems between FIFA's ticketing system ...
Listen to FKA twigs’ New Electro Song Featuring Lil Yachty
“it never ceases to amaze me how pain can manifest into the hardest and most euphoric sonics”
Is Tesla succeeding in AI? Watch this for a clue.
As Tesla has doubled down on artificial intelligence, investors are left trying to make sense of the company’s progress. According to analysts at Oppenheimer, tracking how Tesla spends its cash may provide some insight.
‘I’ll probably be working until I die’: I’m 60, work as a waiter and have $2,000 in a Roth IRA. What will happen to me?
According to MarketWatch's source item, ‘I’ll probably be working until I die’: I’m 60, work as a waiter and have $2,000 in a Roth IRA. What will happen to me?, “I’m afraid I’m in a bad place.” The development sits in VINI's ...
Tropical Storm Arthur
The first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season brought intense rainfall and the threat of flash flooding to the U.S. Gulf Coast.
People Moves: HDI Global US Appoints Salmon Head of Cyber Underwriting; AXA XL Names Giordano Global Chief Underwriting Officer
HDI Global US Appoints Salmon as Head of Cyber Underwriting Corporate and specialty insurer HDI Global (HDI), headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, appointed Jill Salmon as head of cyber underwriting at HDI Global U.S. Salmon will play a key part in & 8230;
FKA Twigs Taps Lil Yachty for Pulsating Single ‘On Your Mind’
The song follows the singer's recent albums Eusexua and Eusexua Afterglow
Asian shares retreat in thin holiday trading after a tech-led rally on Wall St
Shares have retreated in Asia after U.S. stocks recouped most of their losses from a day earlier
Nearly 160 sick with flu at US air force base after Hegseth ends mandatory vaccines
Reports say Texas recruits ill from outbreak, which comes weeks after defense secretary made flu vaccine optional An influenza outbreak has reportedly sickened more than 150 recruits in training at Lackland air force base in San Antonio, Texas. The outbreak comes just ...
Traitors star says he lost life savings to a scam
The former contestant of BBC show The Traitors is speaking out about falling victim to the scam.
Jack Savoretti on 'leaning into a midlife crisis'
The singer reflects on 20 years as a musician and how moving to Oxfordshire helped his music.
Tay Keith, producer who worked with Travis Scott and Drake, found dead
The Grammy-nominated Memphis rap producer was behind hits by Eminem, Beyoncé, Drake and Cardi B.
U.S.-Iran deal in photos: ships in the Strait of Hormuz, daily life in Tehran
The first signs of a post-war recovery are emerging across the Middle East after the United States and Iran signed a memorandum aimed at ending the conflict.
In photos: Star-studded crowd gathers to celebrate the Obama Presidential Center dedication
Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago with former presidents, celebrities and dignitaries in attendance. President Donald Trump was absent.
What this biotech's volatile stock price tells you about the weight loss market right now
While the market's enthusiasm for one of Zealand's experimental drugs has cooled, investors are shifting focus to amylin-based medicines as a growth driver
UK gilt yields jump as borrowing rises and PM Starmer faces leadership challenge
Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, defeating Reform UK by more than 9,000 votes with nearly 55% of the vote.
U.S. opens tariff probe targeting Germany’s drug pricing policies
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Germany's proposal to reduce spending on medicines was "a serious step backwards."
Why Japan's $70 billion-plus intervention and a rate hike didn't prop up the yen more
Japan was willing to step in to defend the yen around the 160 level before, and it's at that point again.
India's largest telecom and digital service Jio Platforms files for IPO
India's largest wireless operator and digital service provider, Jio Platforms files for IPO
Hormuz relief may not ease the economic toll that's already 'baked in,' analysts warn
Early signs of reopening of the Strait of Hormuz have lifted the most acute threat to global energy supplies but economic damages from the war will take months to unwind.
Russia threatens escalation after Ukraine hits Moscow with largest-ever drone attack
Russia has pledged to carry out frequent and "massive group strikes" against Ukraine shortly after Kyiv launched a barrage of drones on Moscow.
U.S.-Iran accord hits early snag after Swiss talks fail to proceed as planned
Analysts reckon a lasting resolution to the Middle East conflict will take some time to materialize.
Voicemails for Isabelle review – Netflix romcom picks creepy over cute
Zoey Deutch and Nick Robinson stumble in this mushy, overlong story of a woman leaving voicemails for her dead sister There’s a fine line between romantic comedy and creepy thriller, and while redefining the genre’s lovelorn leads as often incredibly oddball stalkers ...
In the Hand of Dante review – Gerard Butler is jaw-dropping in bizarre Renaissance mafia reverie
Julian Schnabel’s combustible mix of lowlife cynicism and high art – along with cameos from Martin Scorsese and Al Pacino – powers this outrageous black comedy revolving around Dante’s Divine Comedy The worlds of Renaissance manuscript scholarship and organised crime come together ...
Attorney general tells department to stop using X amid UK disinformation concerns
Exclusive: Richard Hermer’s office understood to be first in government to restrict use after recent riots The attorney general for England and Wales has told his office to no longer post on X, making it the first UK government department to stop ...
Why Netflix Canceled ‘The Boroughs’ (Exclusive)
Executive producers Matt and Ross Duffer ditched the streamer for Paramount.
Geena Davis Found the “Perfect” Role in ‘The Boroughs’ — Then Netflix Canceled It
The star of the retirement-village sci-fi series reflects on its Top 10 run, the cast’s disappointment over its one-season fate and why she’d gladly return for a spinoff.
Daisy Edgar-Jones Starrer ‘Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow’ Lands 2027 Date
'CODA' filmmaker Siân Heder is behind the Paramount adaptation of Gabrielle Zevin's novel.
Tay Keith, Grammy-Nominated Producer of Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode,” Dies at 29
Keith was found dead in his Tennessee apartment on Thursday after police performed a welfare check.